Nordic Walking

Idle Valley Rural Learning Centre
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

Come and join Tracy at Idle Valley and experience the joys and fitness benefits of Nordic walking while being out in nature! Please visit the link below for more details and to contact the organiser for more info about joining.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-13-nordic-walking

Wellbeing Walk Idle Valley

A view through the willow arch to the boardwalk at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

Come and join us for our weekly strolls run by Lincolnshire Co-Op at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat with someone new, and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

These walks take place every Tuesday at 10:30am and last about 90 minutes – this is not constant walking. There are plenty of stops to admire the wonderful views at Idle. We definitely make the most of the wonderful new benches that were made and installed by our rangers and wonderful volunteers. We end the walk with a chat and cuppa in the café for those who fancy it.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-14-wellbeing-walk-idle-valley

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:30am – 11:45am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-14-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Stay Pawsitive Dog Walk

Ben Hall/2020VISION
Dog Walking at Idle Valley

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

A weekly Tuesday afternoon stroll around Idle Valley Nature Reserve with your dog. It’s a great chance for you and your dog to socialise!

Come along for a free weekly dog walk around Idle Valley Nature Reserve every Tuesday at 2PM. It’s a great chance for both you and your dog to socialise!

More info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-14-stay-pawsitive-dog-walk

Nottingham Civic Society – It’s a Walk in the Park

A guided walk around the prestigious Park Estate looking at the grand houses and how the private estate developed throughout the 19th century.

Meet at Nottingham Castle Gatehouse.

Civic Society Members free or non-member adults £3.

See the Nottingham Civic Society website www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk for more details.

Walk event Link: https://www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk/index.php/events-and-visits/eventdetail/265/-/it-s-a-walk-in-the-park

Contact Graham Woodward: 07721 999 642, email: gwoodward@clara.co.uk

Evening Walk 3: Bramcote/Stapleford Broxtowe

Hermlock Stone

Bramcote Park, Sunken Church Bramcote Village, Burnt Hill ,A52 Bridge, Stapleford Cemetery, Stapleford Cross, River Erewash, A6007, Stapleford Hill, Hermlock Stone, return.

Meet Chris Thompson (Gedling Ramblers) at Bramcote Park off Ilkeston Road Bramcote.

Grid Ref: SK 502 385
Post Code: NG9 3JT
Distance: 6.1 miles (2.5 hours)
Contact Tel No: 07719 827 808

In the Footsteps of DH Lawrence Walk No:1

Brinsley Headstocks

Location: Colliers Wood car park off Engine Lane.

Colliers Wood, taking in Coney Grey Farm, Vine Cottage, Brinsley Headstocks (sadly damaged) Author DH Lawrence Birthplace and the Breech House and return.

Meet Chris Thompson (Gedling Ramblers) at Colliers Wood car park off Engine Lane.

Note: Sheila Bamford DH Lawrence Society invited to highlight DH Lawrence.

Grid Ref: SK 481 480
Post Code: NG16 3QU
Distance: 5 Miles
Contact No: 07719 827 808

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:00am – 11:15am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-16-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Wildlife Wellbeing Walk, Broxtowe Country Park

Wildlife Wellbeing Walk, Broxtowe Country Park

Join our Park Ranger for a Wellbeing Wildlife Walk at Broxtowe Country Park to spot wildlife and get active.

Date and time: Friday 17th May 10:30am-12pm

Location: Westleigh Road, Nottingham, NG8

Our series of wellbeing walks are short, friendly group walks that can help you become and stay active as well as meet new people.

The walks are led by our Park Rangers who will help you spot wildlife or changes to the landscape throughout the seasons.

They are free to join, and everybody is welcome.

Meeting at the Country Park entrance, opposite 35 Westleigh Road, NG8 6JY(Google or What3Words location) at10.30am for a leisurely 1.5 hour walk around this country park.

To reserve a spot visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wildlife-wellbeing-walk-broxtowe-country-park-tickets-760584628097

Nottingham Optics Festival

Opticron/Birdwatching
Bird Watching

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Want to try out some new scopes or binoculars? Come along to Attenborough Nature Reserve for the Nottingham Optics Fair! Featuring a wide variety of optics brands, free guided walks around the reserve and more!

Saturday 18th May & Sunday 19 May 2024 –  10am-5pm

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-18-nottingham-optics-festival

Nottingham Civic Society – Nottingham Canal

A guided walk along the canal from Trent Bridge to Wilford Street lock, looking at canal features, its history, and links to the adjacent cattle market and other historic sites.

Meet at Meadow Lane Old Stone Bridge, London Road.

Civic Society Members free or non-member adults £3.

See the Nottingham Civic Society website www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk for more details.

Walk event Link: https://www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk/index.php/events-and-visits/eventdetail/277/-/nottingham-canal

Contact Graham Woodward: 07721 999 642, email: gwoodward@clara.co.uk

South Notts Out & About: Bingham Linear Park Wildlife Walk

Orange-tip Butterfly
Bingham Linear Park

Location: Bingham Linear Park, Tithby Road Bridge, Bingham, NG13 8GP

See the butterflies, birds, flowers and insects at Bingham Linear Park with Jenny Craig.

Meeting point: Tithby Bridge entrance on Tithby Road

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

More info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-19-south-notts-out-about-bingham-linear-park-wildlife-walk

South Notts Out & About: Collington Common Meadow & Wilford Fields

Flower meadow at Wilford Claypit
Collington Common Meadow

Location: Rushcliffe Arena, Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, NG2 7HY

Join Gordon the Warden for a tour of two urban wildlife sites.

A walk around Collington Common Meadow & Wilford Fields with Gordon Dyne.

Meet 10am at the main entrance to Rushcliffe Arena on Rugby Rd, West Bridgford.

More info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-19-south-notts-out-about-collington-common-meadow-wilford-fields

Fountaindale – Meet Friar Tuck

Robin Hood Statue

Portland College Visitor Car Park, woodland Walk into Fountains Dale, Meet area where Robin Hood met Friar Tuck and battled on all day long, Friar Tucks Well, Providence Farm, Blidworth, Blidworth Church of St Mary of the Purification, Will Scarlet’s grave (& Rocking Ceremonies), Druid’s Stone, Ricket Lane, Harlow Wood return.

We walk through the area where Robin Hood met Friar Tuck and battled all day long, take a break at Blidworth Church where Will Scarlet’s grave is reputed to be and pass the Druid Stone on our return journey to Portland college.

Meet Christine Statham (Southwell Ramblers) at Portland College visitors Centre car park, far end, off A60 south of Mansfield.

Grid Ref: SK 551 566
Post Code: NG18 4TJ
Distance 7.5 miles (4 hours)
Contact No: 07983 215 993
More info: https://www.southwellramblers.org.uk/walks/walks-programme.html?walkid=100230911

Beeston Civic Society – Birdsong Walk

Birdsong Walk, from Attenborough Nature Reserve car park

This Springtime walk takes us around our remarkable Attenborough Nature Reserve.

Learn from Mike Spencer (Notts Wildlife Trust) about the reserve and look and listen out for birds, some of whom have spent the winter months in Sub-Saharan Africa. They’ll be singing at the tops of their voices to attract a mate – welcoming the warmth of summer and new life across the reserve.

Everyone is welcome!

FREE for members, Non-members please just make a donation you can afford. Just turn up – no need to book.

See the Beeston & District Civic Society website https://beestoncivicsociety.org.uk/walks/ for more details.

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:30am – 11:45am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-21-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Wellbeing Walk Idle Valley

A view through the willow arch to the boardwalk at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

Come and join us for our weekly strolls run by Lincolnshire Co-Op at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat with someone new, and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

These walks take place every Tuesday at 10:30am and last about 90 minutes – this is not constant walking. There are plenty of stops to admire the wonderful views at Idle. We definitely make the most of the wonderful new benches that were made and installed by our rangers and wonderful volunteers. We end the walk with a chat and cuppa in the café for those who fancy it.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-21-wellbeing-walk-idle-valley

Stay Pawsitive Dog Walk

Ben Hall/2020VISION
Dog Walking at Idle Valley

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

A weekly Tuesday afternoon stroll around Idle Valley Nature Reserve with your dog. It’s a great chance for you and your dog to socialise!

Come along for a free weekly dog walk around Idle Valley Nature Reserve every Tuesday at 2PM. It’s a great chance for both you and your dog to socialise!

More info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-21-stay-pawsitive-dog-walk

Free Birdwatching & Wildlife Walk with Gary Hobson

Yellow, black and grey bird on grass
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Chainbridge Lane, Idle Valley, Retford, Nottinghamshire

Join us for a free walk to admire the birds and wildlife around Idle Valley with local birder, Gary Hobson.

Meeting point: Meet at Chainbridge Lane

Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Please use suitable clothing and footwear for the weather on the day plus food and water as required. Toilets and cafe facilities are available during usual opening times.

All walks are free of charge but cash donations to Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust are very much welcomed.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-22-free-birdwatching-wildlife-walk-gary-hobson

Evening Walk 4: West Leake/Midshire Way

St Helena’s Church, West Leake

Pithouse Lane, Dark Lane, Grange Farm, West Leake Hills, Court Hill, Crow Wood Hill ,Fox Hill, West Leake, return.

Meet Chris Thompson (Gedling Ramblers) at Star PH, West Leake off Melton Lane.

Grid Ref: SK 52360 26180
Post Code: LE12 5RQ
Distance: 6.2 miles (2.5 hours)
Contact Tel No: 07719 827 808

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:00am – 11:15am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-23-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Local Access Forum: Forest Fields Historic Trail

The Forest Recreation Ground

A historical circular walk exploring the area known as Forest Fields and The Forest Recreation Ground.

Meet Nigel Sarsfield (Local Access Forum) outside Djanogly City Academy.

Grid Ref: SK 56284 41362
Post Code: NG7 6ND
Distance: 2 miles (1 hour)
Contact Tel No: 07824 537 433

Full walk details and route here.

Nordic Walking

Idle Valley Rural Learning Centre
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

Come and join Tracy at Idle Valley and experience the joys and fitness benefits of Nordic walking while being out in nature! Please visit the link below for more details and to contact the organiser for more info about joining.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-27-nordic-walking

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:30am – 11:45am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-28-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Wellbeing Walk Idle Valley

A view through the willow arch to the boardwalk at Idle Valley Nature Reserve
Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

Come and join us for our weekly strolls run by Lincolnshire Co-Op at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat with someone new, and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm

These walks take place every Tuesday at 10:30am and last about 90 minutes – this is not constant walking. There are plenty of stops to admire the wonderful views at Idle. We definitely make the most of the wonderful new benches that were made and installed by our rangers and wonderful volunteers. We end the walk with a chat and cuppa in the café for those who fancy it.

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-28-wellbeing-walk-idle-valley

Stay Pawsitive Dog Walk

Ben Hall/2020VISION
Dog Walking at Idle Valley

Location: Idle Valley, North Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8RQ

A weekly Tuesday afternoon stroll around Idle Valley Nature Reserve with your dog. It’s a great chance for you and your dog to socialise!

Come along for a free weekly dog walk around Idle Valley Nature Reserve every Tuesday at 2PM. It’s a great chance for both you and your dog to socialise!

More info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-28-stay-pawsitive-dog-walk

Nottingham Civic Society – The General Cemetery

Looking at the history and the people buried there, some of whom were of national importance.

Meet at the main gates, Canning Circus. Please note: sensible footwear is recommended for this walk.

Civic Society Members free or non-member adults £3.

See the Nottingham Civic Society website www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk for more details.

Walk event Link: https://www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk/index.php/events-and-visits/eventdetail/272/-/the-general-cemetery

Contact Graham Woodward: 07721 999 642, email: gwoodward@clara.co.uk

Nottingham Civic Society – Another Walk in the Park

This walk explores some of the less visited parts of the Park Estate. They still deliver great architecture and we will look also at the origin of the street names.

Meet at Nottingham Castle Gatehouse.

Civic Society Members free or non-member adults £3.

See the Nottingham Civic Society website www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk for more details.

Walk event Link: https://www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk/index.php/events-and-visits/eventdetail/266/-/another-walk-in-the-park

Contact Graham Woodward: 07721 999 642, email: gwoodward@clara.co.uk

Evening Walk 5: Grove Farm – Former Home of Edward, Prince of Wales

Lakeside Arts Building

University Lake, Dr. Stewart Adam Bridge, Beeston Canal, Grove Farm, Clifton Bridge, Thane Road, and return.

Meet Chris Thompson (Gedling Ramblers) at Lakeside Theatre car park, off University Boulevard South Side site.

Grid Ref: SK 548 382
Post Code: NG7 2RD
Distance: 5.4 miles (2 hours)
Contact Tel No: 07719 827 808

Wellbeing Walk Attenborough Nature Reserve

A view of Attenborough Nature Centre and Coneries Pond
Attenborough Nature Reserve

Location: Attenborough Nature Reserve, Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG9 6DY

Come and join us for our weekly strolls at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Take in the views, chat to someone new and enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

Meeting point: Apron (place with picnic benches between the visitor car park and Nature Centre).

Time 10:00am – 11:15am

More Info: https://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/2024-05-30-wellbeing-walk-attenborough

Wildlife Wellbeing Walk, Beeston Sidings Nature Reserve

Wildlife Wellbeing Walk, Beeston Sidings Nature Reserve

Join our Park Ranger for a Wellbeing Wildlife Walk at Beeston Sidings Nature Reserve to spot wildlife, the changing seasons and get active.

Date and time: Friday 31st May 10:30am-12pm

Location: Jesse Boot Avenue Science Park Nottingham NG7 2QN

Our series of wellbeing walks are short, friendly group walks that can help you become and stay active as well as meet new people.

The walks are led by our Park Rangers who will help you spot wildlife or changes to the landscape throughout the seasons.

They are free to join, and everybody is welcome.

Meeting at the reserve entrance at Jesse Boot Avenue, NG7 2QN (Google or What3Words location) at 10.30am for a leisurely 1.5 hour walk.

To reserve a spot visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wildlife-wellbeing-walk-beeston-sidings-nature-reserve-tickets-760594607947